Electrical Site Manager

We are looking for an Electrical Site Manager to oversee an electrical package for a major tunnel upgrade project, including the design, supply, installation, integration, testing, commissioning, and handover of the Tunnel Control System (TCS) and associated tunnel systems.
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of all electrical works within a live highways tunnel environment. This role is critical to ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality installation and integration of complex tunnel systems.

Key Responsibilities



Site Management & Delivery

• Manage day-to-day electrical site operations across tunnel works
• Lead installation of electrical systems including:
  • Tunnel lighting systems
  • LV distribution and containment
  • Emergency systems (UPS, fire alarm interfaces, etc.)
  • SCADA / Tunnel Control System (TCS) infrastructure
• Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, budget, and quality requirements
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to HSE standards, particularly within confined tunnel environments
• Deliver and monitor RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
• Ensure compliance with:
  • CDM Regulations
  • Relevant highways and infrastructure standards
  • Electrical regulations (BS 7671)
• Lead site safety briefings, inspections, and audits

Technical Oversight

• Interpret and implement electrical design drawings and specifications
• Support resolution of technical issues in coordination with design and engineering teams
• Oversee installation in line with ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)
• Ensure quality assurance and documentation is maintained

Integration & Commissioning

• Support system integration activities across multiple tunnel systems
• Coordinate with commissioning engineers for:
  • Functional testing
  • System validation
  • Fault finding and rectification
• Ensure readiness for testing & commissioning phases

Stakeholder Coordination

• Interface with client representatives, principal contractor, and other disciplines (civil, mechanical, systems)
• Attend site meetings and provide progress updates
• Contribute to programme planning and reporting

Handover & Closeout

• Ensure completion of as-built documentation
• Support O&M manual preparation
• Assist in final project handover

Key Requirements



Experience

• Proven experience as an Electrical Site Manager on:
  • Highways or tunnel projects (essential)
  • Major infrastructure or M&E projects
• Experience working in live or constrained environments (e.g., tunnels, rail, highways)
• Strong background in electrical installation, testing, and commissioning

Technical Knowledge

• Tunnel systems experience (highly desirable):
  • Lighting & emergency lighting
  • Power distribution
  • SCADA / control systems
  • Fire & life safety systems
• Familiar with TCS (Tunnel Control Systems) integration
• Strong understanding of QA processes and commissioning stage

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